Historical Marker
Samuel Millett
Historical marker location:
Seguin, Texas
( in Riverside Cemetery, Garcia and Crockett Streets, Seguin - enter second driveway, drive about 90 yards south, grave to the right)
Marker installed: 1962
Star and Wreath
Samuel Millett; A Texas Soldier, 1835-1836; "He fought bravely in the Battle of San Jacinto."
Erected by the State of Texas 1962.
In the late 19th century, Texas became known for its cattle drives, in which cowboys would move herds of cattle from Texas to railheads in Kansas and other northern states. The cattle drives were dangerous and difficult work, but they played a key role in the development of the American cattle industry.